Deer Hunting in Kalkaska County, Michigan

Kalkaska County, Michigan hunters harvested 1,835 deer in the 2024-2025 season, about 3.3 per square mile, 65th in the state. The county is roughly 2% public land.

Updated August 2026
balanced harvest
Harvest Split
1,835 total deer
Antlered915
Antlerless920
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Density
3.3 deer / sq mi
This county3.3
Michigan avg5.8
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County Rank
#65 of 83
Most harvestLeast harvest
#64 Oakland County
#65 Kalkaska County
#66 Delta County
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Public Land
2% public — 8,122 acres
State Wildlife/Conservation Area
6,146 ac
76%
Other state
1,570 ac
19%
Local/Metropark
246 ac
3%
Other federal
160 ac
2%
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Full History
Every reported season
SeasonAntleredAntlerlessTotal
2024-20259159201,835

Harvest source: mdnr-elicense.com

Harvest figures for Kalkaska County are compiled from the state wildlife agency's published county reports and can be revised.

Season Dates
Michigan deer season, 2025-2026

Michigan deer and turkey season dates are listed on the Michigan season page. Harvest figures reflect the 2025-2026 season published by the Michigan wildlife agency and can be revised — always verify current regulations before you hunt.

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